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Civil Engineering

Plymouth University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 14,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Plymouth, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Civil Engineering at Plymouth University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 14,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. ENBS542Project Management and Professional Practice
  2. BPIE500Masters Stage 1 Placement Preparation
  3. PRCE505MSc Dissertation
  4. MGMT503International Engineering Business Management
  5. GEEN501Advanced Geotechnical Engineering
  6. STAD505Advanced Structural Engineering
  7. MATH511Advanced Engineering Analysis
  8. HYFM504Advanced Hydraulic Engineering
  9. BPIE504Civils Masters Industrial Placement

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You’ll need a minimum of a lower second-class BEng honours degree (2:2) in civil engineering or an upper second-class BSc honours degree (2:1) in civil engineering. If you hold a non-UK civil engineering degree, you\'ll need the equivalent of an upper second class honours (2:1).

If you have considerable professional experience and can evidence an academic ability to undergraduate degree levels you may also be considered.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 14,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Plymouth University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Plymouth University

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Plymouth University

Plymouth, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months